Are you a fan of movies that involve crime, mystery, and suspense? Do you relish the hot pursuit f criminals, feeling their pulse race? Are you captivated by police investigations and the thrill of discovering if your favorite villain will be caught? If you enjoyed the movie “The Black Book,” here’s a list of other Nigerian crime thrillers you should watch.
King of Boys
King of Boys,a 2018 Nigerian crime political thriller film, was written, co-produced, and directed by Kemi Adetiba. This film marks Kemi Adetiba’s second directorial venture. King of Boys narrates the tale of Alhaja Eniola Salami (portrayed by Sola Sobowale), a businesswoman and philanthropist with a bright political trajectory. Entangled in a power struggle, her burgeoning political aspirations jeopardize everything in her orbit. To emerge victorious, she finds herself entwined in a web of trust issues, unsure of whom to rely on, ultimately driving her to ruthless measures. Other members of the cast include Adesua Etomi, Jide Kosoko, Osas Ighodaro, Toni Tones and Reminisce.
Shanty Town
Released on January 20, 2023, Shanty Town is a Nigerian crime thriller series consisting of six parts. Created by Xavier Ighorodje and Chichi Nworah, and produced by Chinenye Nworah, the series features a star-studded cast including Chidi Mokeme, Ini Edo, Richard Mofe-Damijo, Nse Ikpe-Etim, Sola Sobowale, Nancy Isime, Shaffy Bello, Ali Nuhu, and many more.
Shanty Town is set in a town, which is ahaven for drug dealers, prostitutes, and thugs, serves as the throne of crime. The movie unfolds the narrative of Scar (Chidi Mokeme), an unrelenting leader entrenched in nefarious dealings, earning the moniker ‘King of Shanty Town.’ As some of Scar’s captives, once believed to be released, mysteriously vanish, a coalition of Lagos hustlers resolves to unite and confront him.
Gangs of Lagos
Released on April 7, 2023, Gangs of Lagos is a Nigerian gangster crime thriller film. Produced and directed by Jade Osiberu, the movie features an ensemble cast including Tobi Bakre, Adesua Etomi, Iyabo Ojo, Demi Banwo, Chioma Akpotha, Damilola Ogunsi, Tayo Faniran, Zlatan Ibile, Bimbo Ademoye, Toyin Abraham, Yvonne Jegede, Yinka Quadri, Chike, Pasuma, and various others. The film made its premiere on Amazon Prime Video, marking the first Amazon Original Movie from Africa. Gangs of Lagos portrays the lives of a group of friends who have been entangled in a world of crime and violence since their childhood in the Isale Eko area of Lagos, Nigeria. The story unfolds when a young boy, Obalola, steals a bag from a woman in traffic, catching the attention of the streets’ king, known as “Eleniyan” or “Owner of Men.” Impressed by Obalola’s confidence, the gang leader ‘Nino’ (played by Tayo Faniran) becomes a mentor, urging him to pursue education and greatness. Tragically, Nino is later found dead, shattering the dreams he had for Obalola (Tobi Bakre), Ify (Chike), and Gift (Adesua Etomi). Forced to work for Nino’s ruthless partner, Kazeem (Olarotimi Fakunle), the trio becomes entangled in a world of greed. As adults, their roles in the gang evolve, but chaos ensues when Kazeem frames Ify for the murder of a rival gang member, leading to Ify’s brutal death. Driven by vengeance, Obalola uncovers Kazeem’s dark secrets and, fueled by a determination to avenge his loved ones, initiates a brutal gang war against Kazeem.
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